Senior Accounting Advisor – Corporate Support for the PPI Subsidiary

iA Financial Group; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial service company is seeking a Senior Accounting Advisor to provide expert financial analysis and support for their PPI subsidiary. This role involves ensuring compliance with accounting standards and collaborating with finance teams. The ideal candidate has over 5 years in financial analysis, strong communication skills, and proficiency in accounting principles. The position supports a flexible hybrid work environment with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible group insurance

Competitive pension plan

Performance bonus

Employee assistance programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in accounting or financial analysis, ideally in insurance or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Ability to collaborate across teams and communicate financial insights clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide accounting support and financial analysis for the PPI subsidiary.
• Collaborate with corporate finance teams for reporting and budgeting processes.
• Participate in preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Support audits and internal controls for financial data accuracy.
• Contribute to process improvements and automation within accounting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Accounting principles

Communication skills

Job description

Job Description

Build the future with us

Are you driven by the financial services industry and eager to contribute to the purpose of a company that aims to help its clients feel confident and secure about their future? As a Senior Accounting Advisor, you will play a key role in supporting the PPI subsidiary through expert financial analysis, reporting, and strategic collaboration.

This position is a great opportunity to showcase your accounting expertise and fully realize your potential within a caring and trustworthy company. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

What you’ll accomplish with us

As a Senior Accounting Advisor, you’ll be at the core of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities:

• Provide accounting support and financial analysis for the PPI subsidiary, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal and external standards.

• Collaborate with corporate finance teams to align reporting and budgeting processes.

• Participate in the preparation of financial statements and management reports.

• Support audits and internal controls, ensuring transparency and reliability of financial data.

• Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives within the accounting function.

What could accelerate your success in this role

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is known for their strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Stands out for their attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Demonstrates strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.

• Is recognized for their ability to collaborate across teams and communicate financial insights clearly.

• Has 5+ years of experience in accounting or financial analysis, ideally in the insurance or financial services sector.

Advanced proficiency in English, as the role involves providing guidance for complex accounting matters to English-speaking internal partners across Canada via email and videoconference on a weekly basis.

The person may be required to travel occasionally to Calgary.

Why you’ll love working with us

• A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;

• A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed;

• The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces;

Competitive benefits

Flexible group insurance, competitive pension plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and much more!

Apply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs!

Still unsure about applying?

At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply – your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you!

Location(s): Québec, Québec | Other Possible Location(s): Montreal, Quebec, Toronto, Ontario, Vancouver, British Columbia

Company

iA Financial Group

Posting End Date 2025-10-10

Company Overview

iA Financial Group is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.

At iA, we’re invested in you.

iA Financial group includes the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

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